Safe and Comfortable Serviced Accommodation for Contractors

At Arte Stays, we understand that finding the right place to stay while working away from home, can make a difference to both comfort and productivity. That’s why our serviced homes in London offer safe, flexible, and fully equipped self-catering accommodation, providing an ideal base for contractors, tradespeople and project teams preferring a home-from-home experience.

This blog gives you the lowdown on safely considerations, the pros and cons of self-catering when compared to hotel stays, and how you can choose the best serviced accommodation for contractors.

Safety considerations for self-catering accommodation

Whether your team is staying for a few nights or several month, serviced accommodation for contractors should meet essential safety standards.

Here is the Arte Stays list of safety checks

• Fire safety: Confirm that fire safety systems are in working order. Smoke detectors, fire alarms, and extinguishers should be documented and regularly tested. Ensure emergency exits are clearly signposted.

• Security: Ask your team to check locks, entry systems, windows and doors for security, and report failings promptly to the management team.

• Lighting/access: Your team may have to work late, so it is important that entrances and pathways are well-let and clear to prevent injury, and to ensure neighbourhood disturbances are kept to a minimum.

  
  

Our rental properties in London are inspected regularly to make sure that they meet safety standards, giving you complete peace of mind that your team is safe.

The pros and cons of self-catering accommodation vs. hotels

Choosing self-catering accommodation for contractors offers significant benefits over hotel or hostel stays, particularly for long projects.

What are the benefits of serviced accommodation for contractors in London?

• Freedom and flexibility: Your team can come and go according to the schedule of works, rather than the hotel schedule. They have the space and facilities to cook their own meals (perfect for those with dietary requirements), do laundry, and enjoy valuable downtime, without being confined to one room.

• Cost-effective: For teams of contractors, sharing a serviced rental property with the ability to cook and do laundry, cuts costs considerably.

• Comfort: Having dedicated living space offers the independence and comfort of a home-from-home experience, essential for mental wellbeing.

  
  

At Arte Stays, we offer hand-picked homes for city stays, all offering

• All-inclusive bills

• High speed internet

• Personal greeter

• Guest service team

• Dedicated housekeeping

• Bed linen, towels and toiletries

• Flexible contracts

  
  

Are there any drawbacks to serviced accommodation for contractors in London?

Whether the following are drawbacks depends on individual requirements:

• On-site services: Most serviced homes don’t offer the 24-hour reception/daily housekeeping found in hotels. However, convenience should be balanced with independence and a homely environment, which hotels lack.

• Responsibility: Although serviced accommodation for contractors requires personal responsibility, such as looking after personal space, most people appreciate the benefits of autonomy.

Why does self-catering accommodation work for contractors?

Comfort, safety, convenience, and value for money are key considerations when choosing serviced accommodation for contractors. Opting for self-catering accommodation isn’t just a way to save money. You team gains flexibility, privacy, and comfort, while still having the reassurance of a professional customer-care team to resolve problems quickly and effectively.

Whether booking for a week or several months, Arte Stays short-term rental properties in London provide the perfect environment for your team to focus on work and relax. All Arte Stays serviced homes in London offer fully equipped kitchens, laundry facilities and comfortable living spaces that make every stay feel just like home.

If you are seeking serviced accommodation for contractors in London, the Arte Stays team is here to make every stay safe, comfortable, and stress-free. Simply get in touch to discuss your dates and requirements.